10 Warning Signs Your Drains or Sewers Need to Be Serviced

By
Essig
|September 26, 2017

Drains and sewers need TLC too! The health of your drains and sewers is as important as your own health. It eliminates foul odors and prevents water overflow issues, as well as prevents expensive home repairs and health problems. However, it is not entirely perfect. Check out the following warning signs that your drains and sewers need to be serviced.

1.Clog upon Clog

This is the most common problem found in these systems. These clogs are caused by a buildup of debris, such as hair, excess paper, and non-flushable items. Fixtures that are affected include bathtubs, showers, and toilets.

2. Slowly Draining Fixtures

Common causes of slowly draining fixtures are soap scum build up and an accumulation of hair and other debris, including foreign objects. Avoid this by removing any large pieces of garbage and other substances from sink areas and dispose of it.

3. Wet Spots on Landscapes

Wet spots on landscapes are eyesores and give your home a bad look. Wet spots are puddles of standing water that make your lawn look like it is flooded in different places. Standing water also attracts pests such as mosquitoes, providing a perfect breeding ground.4. That Smell…

4. That Smell…

Unpleasant drain odors derive from venting problems, dry p-trap, and sewer line issues. Unpleasant odors that come from the drain due to sewer problems are an indication that there is a block or a break within the sewer line.

5. Beastly Groaning

Due to a buildup of grease and dirt, air bubbles cannot flow through the pipes. This causes water to drain slowly and create a sound like a gurgling beast.

6. Frequent Drain Clogs

Kitchen sinks clog more than any other drain in the home. By placing items that shouldn’t belong include foodstuff, trash and hair could create more problems inside your drain pipes.

7. Overflowing Toilets

Every sane homeowner’s nightmare can occur if your drains are not serviced; the overflowing toilet. Toilets overflow because of a blockage within the pipes.

8. Leaking Pipes

The different causes of leaking pipes include a strong pressure within the pipes, the amount of oxygen in the water, and the water’s ph. An abundance of oxygen in water causes pipes to corrode rapidly. An imbalance in water’s pH causes pipes to rust and deteriorate.

9. Water Damage

Broken and leaking pipes are the common cause of water damage. Other causes of water damage include sewer backup, overflowing bathtubs, and broken toilets.10. Expensive Household Bills

10. Expensive Household Bills

When you have leaking pipes and other sewer and plumbing problems, your sewer or water bill can skyrocket. Some leaks in the home are easier to locate than others such as kitchen pipes.

The Homeowner’s Nightmare

When sewer and drain issues are left unattended, they can increase or be compounded with other problems. Homeowners put themselves at higher risk for additional pipe leaks, malfunctions, and even more expensive. The most devastating problem when sewer and drain issues are ignored is sanitation. Flooded toilets and sinks are the perfect breeding ground for germs and bacteria. With a decreased level of sanitation, you and your family are at risk for contracting and spreading diseases and developing health issues. You can avoid all of this by considering servicing your drains.

The Benefits of Correcting Drains and Sewers In a Timely Manner

Handling issues with your sewer and drain as soon as problems arise has many advantages. These include:

Improved longevity of plumbing fixtures

Reduced risk of water damage.

Avoid flushing unwanted substances such as grease, hair or garbage down the drains

Save you money as well as not pulling your hair out

Reduced chance of experiencing leaks,

Reduced risk of water damage.

Improved sanitation avoiding unwanted germs and bacteria

Inspect in advance

All of this can be a thing of the past if the above considerations are taken. Do not ignore what appear to be simple sewer and drain issues. What seems minimal at the time could be progressing into a major problem.

Call Essig Plumbing & Heating today at (610) 557-3302 for more information about drains and sewers!